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Neighbours create lending library for community By Trina Berlo Marilyn Badger (left) and her neighbour Doris Parry have been doing a lot of reading and sharing of books this past year, so much so that they have built up quite a collection. Badger began to wonder what she was going to do with all these books and when she had the inspiration to set up a lending library at The Red Door Cottage, her home at 4 George St., she knew just who to ask. Badger asked Doris’ husband Fred Parry if he could put his carpentry skills to work. “I have a lot of ideas but no talent, but Fred has a lot of talent and a lot of equipment,” said Badger laughing. The little library is available to everyone to take a book or leave a book. It is already stocked with a variety of material, including children’s books. The community is encouraged to take advantage of it whenever they wish.
Cases on the decline in Simcoe Muskoka by Trina Berlo Things are looking up in Simcoe Muskoka with a reduction in cases of COVID-19 and a high uptake of vaccine helping to bring the pandemic under control, reports the region’s medical officer of health Dr. Charles Gardner. He said the provincial stay-athome order is working to contain the virus and he would hope to see cases reduced well below 1,000 cases per day across Ontario before lifting the lockdown, which is expected to be extended into June. Gardner said the order is working to stop the spread and has alleviated the pressure on the local health care system. Simcoe Muskoka has seen a 21 per
cent reduction in cases and a steady decline since the peak of the third wave in mid April. This week, Gardner is reporting 11 deaths, bringing the total mortality to 233. Thirty-one people are in hospital with high occupancy rates for ICU beds and ventilators. Creemore’s Creedan Valley is listed as one of two current outbreaks and is categorized as having fewer than five resident cases and fewer than five staff cases. Improvements across all assessment areas and lower case counts will allow Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit staff to return to a more thorough approach to case and contact tracing, said Gardner. In terms of immunization, Gardner
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soon be eligible to book a second vaccine earlier than planned. A standby list is now available for same day COVID-19 vaccination appointments in Simcoe Muskoka for those who are eligible and can get to an appointment within 45 minutes of receiving a call. For more information about COVID-19, how to add your name to the standby list, and who is eligible for an appointment, please visit our COVID-19 pages at www.smdhu. org and click on the “Getting your Vaccination” tab. To access the provincial online booking site visit www.Ontario.ca/ bookvaccine or call the Provincial Vaccine Booking Line at 1-833-9433900.
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57-unit Creemore development proposed by Trina Berlo A public meeting was held May 10 to hear a proposal for a draft plan of subdivision and zoning bylaw amendment related to a 57-unit development in Creemore. Planner Kristine Loft presented the proposal for a subdivision on behalf of clients Martin and Linda Zeng during a meeting of Clearview Township council. The development would occur on two separate properties located at 101 Edward St. East and 111 George St. in Creemore The Zengs are hoping to build seven single detached dwellings on the George Street parcel and 20 single detached dwellings on the Edward St. East parcel, with provision for another 30 townhouse units in the future. The rezoning proposal is for low and medium density residential to allow for the future development of the townhouse units in six development blocks. Councillor Thom Paterson noted that the proposal is sensitive because the lands are identified as being within the regulatory floodline of the Mad River and the limited sewage treatment capacity. Nick Millington, with Tatham Engineering, said parties have been wroking on flood plain assessment in preparation for the submission since 2018 and that a flood study has been approved by the Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority. The development is contingent on getting sewage to the treatment plant and capacity availability. A pumping station located in the southeast corner of the site is being proposed to get the sewage to the treatment plant and the project would not be allowed to proceed until there are adequate municipal services, and a subdivision agreement has been entered into with the township. The purpose of the public meeting was to hear comments from local residents prior to a council decision. Three comments were received. The neighbouring auto repair centre, AutoSolve, commented that it is hoped that the addition of residential homes would not impact its operations and possible future expansion. Alliance Heritage Village commented about the lack of servicing, and resident Yury Prakapenka shared concerns about the pumping station and stormwater management pond.
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Aquifer discovery secures Stayner water supply by Trina Berlo The discovery of an aquifer north east of Stayner has prompted an addendum to a 2008 study to assess long-term water supply requirements for a number of communities in Clearview, based on forecasted growth. The update was presented to Clearview council on May 10 by RJ Burnside engineers Jennifer Georgas and Jennifer Vandemeer. A long-term water supply Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (MCEA) set out to determine the longterm water supply needs and water servicing options for the airport lands,
New Lowell and Brentwood, Nottawa and Batteaux, Osler recreation lands and Stayner. At the time there were no viable groundwater sources identified and the preferred alternative was to connect to the Collingwood New Tecumseth (CNT) Pipeline, which has service disruptions regularly. However, as part of the work of the Ministry of Northern Development and Mines seismic survey, an aquifer was identified northeast of Stayner. Based on a re-evaluation of the alternative solutions from the 2008 MCEA, the revised preferred solution is to expand the existing groundwater
system through the development of the new groundwater source at the Klondike Park Road site and connect to the existing water distribution system for Stayner. This means potable water could be accessible to new development as soon as late 2023 or early 2024 at a cost savings of at least $50 million when compared to connecting to the CNT Pipeline, and a $2.5 million annual saving in operation costs. The timing is good because supply from CNT Pipeline is uncertain as Collingwood has just passed an interim control bylaw including a
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moratorium on any new development and water taking. An eight-kilometre watermain is required to transport water and volumes of 120 litres per second, equivalent to approximately 3,800 single detached dwellings, or 11,500 residents. A project cost of about $35 million would be funded through development charges and front-ending. “This is a really good outcome and the cost savings alone, as Jennifer indicated, they’re going to benefit this community, well, forever,” said Mike Rawn.
Hospital experiences 'whirlwind of change' by Trina Berlo Collingwood General and Marine Hospital president and CEO Norah Holder and board chair Lesley Paul updated Clearview council Monday on the impact COVID-19 has had on hospital operations. “It has been a whirlwind of change but the teamwork and the adaptability from all members of our CGMH team has been tremendous and greatly appreciated,” said Holder. She said staffing has increased by
18 per cent since the beginning of the pandemic with the hiring of nurses, security, cleaners, etc… and that there was a gap felt when 422 volunteers were sent home, no longer able to perform duties at the hospital. She said there has been virtually no cases of cold and flu and emergency visits are down but the mental health response has increased and there are more people coming in with serious illness that has progressed too far due to people avoiding the hospital.
Their message is that the hospital is open for those in need and no one should hesitate to seek care. Having recently, and for the second time, ramped down all elective surgeries, hospital staff are preparing for an increase in procedures later on, as well as an increase in cancers that may have gone undetected during the pandemic. Holder said that the hospital has been creative in using space, having added an ICU in an under-utilized room. Overall, CGMH has received 14 patient transfers
from the GTA of people in need of intensive care. The lease has been extended on the Collingwood Legion, where an 18-bed overflow facility is being utilized for non-COVID positive patients. The facility provides care for patients who require transitional care or an alternative destination of care whose acute care needs have been met, but may require transfer to rehabilitation, long-term care, a retirement home or other post-acute care services.
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Vorstermans walks on for Alzheimer's The theme for the 23rd Annual IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer’s is Walk 10,006 Steps for 10,006 People Living with Dementia in Simcoe County, and over the past 15 years Matthew Vorstermans has walked 10,006 steps many times over for his Oma Jean, and for people living with dementia in Simcoe County. B o r n w i t h C e r e b r a l P a l s y, Vorstermans sites his Oma as a great role model growing up. “Before me, she only had granddaughters and my disability was something she was indifferent to,” says Vorstermans. “She said, ‘I finally have a grandson and I love that.’” Although they were distanced by miles, he and his Oma talked and wrote to each other often, they shared a very close relationship and special bond. In early 2000, things began to change. Vorstermans admittedly found the repetition in their conversations puzzling and sometimes annoying, and he hoped the lapses were just temporary and would go away. By 2003, he realized that was not to be. For much of his last visit with her she didn’t know who he was, and when he returned home, the phone calls and letters ceased; by 2004 she struggled to identify even herself. Vorstermans contemplated how he could turn the feelings of sadness and helplessness into positive action and that is when he started walking for Oma.
Matthew Vorstermans with his Oma. Vorstermans has since raised more than $45,000 for the Alzheimer Society and his fundraising goal for this year is $5,450 but like last year, due to safety protocols, he will not be going around to collect donations in person and is encouraging people to donate online. The Alzheimer Society of Simcoe County salutes Vorstermans and all the participants who have walked over the past 23 years. “The funds raised during the walk stay in our community to support the vital programs and services we provide to people living with dementia and their care partners across Simcoe County. We couldn’t do it without our walkers,” said Alzheimer Society of
Simcoe County Debbie Islam, Chief Executive Officer. “Year over year, we continue to serve more clients, and this year, even in the face of COVID-19, it has been no different,” said Laura Lynn Bourassa, Manager of Education and Support Programs. “The need for services that draw people together, increase awareness, provide a sense of community and foster social connections is higher then ever. COVID-19 has left many persons living with dementia and their care partners, already at higher risk for social isolation, further isolated and on their own. Education, support and social/recreation programs are key to contributing to this sense of wellness and to alleviating the isolation that many are feeling,” said Bourassa. Finding a cure is the ultimate goal but until then, every dollar raised in the walk will help provide support, promote public education, awareness and so much more. The IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer’s is the Alzheimer Society’s biggest, nationwide fundraising event of the year. Between now and May 30 walk 10,006 Steps for 10,006 people living with dementia in Simcoe County. For more information and to donate, visit alzheimersimcoecounty.ca or by calling 705-722-1066. To donate online to Vorstermans’ campaign, click 'register today' search a participant.
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Community arts project drew 70 submissions Editor: Purple Hills Arts and Heritage Society was so pleased at how well the Brush Away Winter project was received by our community. Over 80 canvases were given away, and over 70 works of art were returned to be displayed in 19 different storefronts on Mill and Caroline Streets in Creemore. As per COVID-19 lockdown restrictions, most stores weren’t open in April, but everyone could walk by the shop windows and see their work and their neighbours displayed for all to enjoy. PHAHS is grateful to all who participated. If you couldn’t participate this year, don’t worry, PHAHS plans to continue this program in one form or another next year! In the meantime, keep your eyes open for their next community project to be undertaken when COVID-19 restrictions permit. A community-wide sidewalk chalk day! Brush Away Winter artwork will be able to be retrieved by their makers starting next week, Monday, May 18 during business hours at The Echo. – Submitted by event coordinator Liz Eakins.
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Minor baseball receives grant to change uniforms by Trina Berlo Council has approved a community assistance grant to the Creemore Minor Baseball in the amount of $1,400. The clerk’s office received an application from Creemore Minor Baseball Association requesting the amount for the purpose and objective of the request is to provide children of Clearview with an opportunity to play baseball and to purchase/alter their uniforms so as not to include any Indigenous images.
Free compost and mulch available Clearview is getting 88 cubic yards of compost and mulch from the County of Simcoe to be distributed to designated spots in the township where it can be picked up by residents for free on a first-come, firstserved basis. The public works department will pick up the materials and deliver truckloads of compost and mulch to communities throughout Clearview on Friday, May 14, and it is not expected to last long The pick-up sites are: The EcoPark in Stayner, the Creemore Library, Nottawa Hall, New Lowell Park, Dunedin Park, Brentwood Hall and Duntroon Hall.
Culvert replacement approved As budgeted, council has approved a tender for the replacement of Culvert 146-23 on Centre Line Road and some roadwork south 1,000 metres from County Road 9. The job went to the lowest bidder, Seeley and Arnill Construction in the amount of $2,029,981.87.
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Eleven tenders were received ranging up to $3,387,993.47. In the 2021 budget, $1,860,000 was budgeted for this project ($880,000 for the bridge work and $980,000 for the road works.) Deputy director of public works Dan Perrault noted the tender is higher than the budgeted amount but factoring in the township’s HST rebate the total amount of this tender
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Mulmur collision exposes drunk driver Dufferin OPP have charged a driver for being impaired while travelling in Mulmur. Police attended the area of County Road 21 and Second Line, in Mulmur around 3:57 p.m., on Saturday, May 8, for an investigation into a collision. Officers located the lone driver and vehicle in a ditch. The investigation determined the driver to be impaired by alcohol. There were no injuries reported at the time of the collision. As a result, Amber Blight, 24, of Tay Township, was arrested and
charged with the following offences: Operation While Impaired - Alcohol and Drugs Fail to comply with an order made during a declared emergency Fail to Surrender Insurance Card. The driver received a 90-day driver’s licence suspension and the vehicle was towed from the scene and impounded. The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville at a future date in July. Police thank concerned citizens who
phoned 9-1-1 to report this collision. The Dufferin OPP reminds motorist to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, rideshare, public transit or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements. In a split second you could ruin your future, injure or kill others, and tear a hole in the heart of everyone who loves you. If you suspect someone is driving or is going to drive while impaired, call 9-1-1.
New Lowell shop wins labour contract Employees of B&J Contracting, based in New Lowell, ratified a new collective agreement providing them with significant increases to wages and pension contributions. The employees are represented by Construction Workers Union, CLAC Local 52. The union has represented B&J Contracting employees since 2015. The three-year contract provides wage increases of over 13 per cent over the term. In addition, employees
will see employer contributions to their pension plans increase by more than a third. “Despite some initial challenges early in the negotiations, the union bargaining committee worked hard to find the compromises necessary to get the big wage and pension improvements members wanted to see,” says Robert Brink, CLAC representative. “B&J has a great crew of workers. The company recognized the n eed t o p ro v i d e i m p ro v ed
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It is with great pride, that Tracey Swanton (late Rob Swanton) Ed Duits, grandparents Dennis & Joan Millsap and Bill & Eleanor Swanton announce the graduation of their son and grandson Dr. William Emmett Swanton, DVM from the Ontario Veterinarian College in Guelph. Emmett will begin an internship in June at OVC to continue his education.
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Music in The Hills Drive-In Concert for Suicide Awareness, June 25 GoWithCrowe Real Estate and the Suicide Awareness Council of Wellington-Dufferin, are pleased to announce Music in The Hills Drive-In Concert for Suicide Awareness on Friday, June 25 at Mansfield Ski Club. This year’s line-up will include The Jim Cuddy Trio (from Blue Rodeo), Sohayla Smith, and Woody Woodburn. Organizers are anticipating a sold-out event, with more than 400 attendees, to support Suicide Awareness and Prevention Initiatives in Dufferin County. This event will be held under COVID-19 protocols. Since 1998, the Suicide Awareness Council of Wellington-Dufferin has provided leadership, education and advocacy within our communities. It is the council’s belief that together we can make a difference in the reduction of suicidal behaviours and that we are all empowered to participate in
building suicide safer communities. This means showing compassion for those in distress, offering support for those bereaved by suicide, and by promoting the mental health and wellness of all its citizens. Tickets will be available on Saturday and limited to approximately 150 vehicles. Tickets start at $100 per vehicle which includes two occupants. Additional occupants can be purchased separately at $35 each. All vehicles will receive one swag bag that will contain information and gifts from sponsors. Visit www.MusicInTheHills.ca or search @ musicinthehillsmulmur on Facebook and Instagram for the Eventbrite link to purchase tickets starting May 15. The event begins at 7:30 p.m. For more information on the the Suicide Awareness Council of Wellington-Dufferin, visit www.sacwd.ca.
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• THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, May 14, 2021
New automated waste collection program coming November The County of Simcoe is rolling out a new automated cart system for curbside waste collection starting November 1. Officials say the new system will provide an easy and safe solution for residents to manage their waste each week. To support residents with the upcoming change, the county has launched a new website featuring information about automated collection, details about the size of the carts, instructions for set out, storage tips, visuals, videos and FAQs all geared to help residents adapt to this new system. “On behalf of county council, we look forward to enhancing waste services starting November 1, 2021, joining leading municipalities across North America that have successfully switched to this improved collection system,” said Warden George Cornell. “We’re confident that residents will find the easy to wheel carts to be a far more convenient solution than carrying and storing multiple bags, containers and open bins each week. We know that the switch to bi-weekly collections in early 2020 was challenging for residents, and with increased vertical storage the cart system will be a significant improvement. We’re here to assist residents with this change and pleased to introduce carts.simcoe.ca as one of our main tools to help residents as we shift to the future of waste collection services.” Between August and October, eligible locations will receive three complementary carts, one each
KIDD FAMILY AUCTIONS
WILL YOU BE READY WHEN THE ‘STRAIGHT SHOOTER’ SALE GOES BANG?
A 3 DAY AUCTION MAY 27TH, 28TH, 29TH.
FEATURING: A LARGE QTY OF ANTIQUE, NEW AND USED FIREARMS BY MAKERS LIKE WINCHESTER; SAVAGE; COOEY; RUGER; ITHACA; SMITH & WESSON; REMINGTON; MARLIN; WEATHERBY; COLT, AIR GUNS, FLARE GUNS AND SO MUCH MORE.
As well as firearms this auction will have a large quantity of new Hunting Gear; Militaria, Ammo, Brass & Bullets; Vintage Publications; Edged Weapons; Gun Parts; Reloading Tools; etc. If you want to talk about buying and selling long guns, hand guns, edged weapons, ammo, etc. then we’re here to chat.
NOTE: LOW 5% BUYERS PREMIUM. “Cash in a Day the Auction Way” Call, Text or Email Anytime!! Dennis@kiddfamilyauctions.com 519-938-7499 Lyn@kiddfamilyauctions.com 519-938-1315 WWW.KIDDFAMILYAUCTIONS.COM
Demonstration of new automated cart collection system featuring one of the 90+ new Miller Waste collection vehicles. for garbage, recycling and organics, delivered with instructions. Residents should continue to use their current system of bins, bags and containers until November 1 when the new collection provider, Miller Waste Services, will begin to collect your waste through the automated cart system. Collection days and times may change, although the frequency of bi-weekly garbage and recycling collection and weekly organics will stay the same. The county will move to a four-day collection schedule, to improve predictability when missed collections occur due to poor weather or road conditions, allowing resources to return to missed areas. Information about new collection days will be communicated in the fall through the annual waste management calendar mailed to all county households, through advertising and social media, on the county’s website, and on the Simcoe County Collects app, among other communications. In addition to introducing carts.simcoe.ca, the county is rolling out a social media campaign featuring reviews and insights from cart users in other communities. Residents across the county will also receive a mailer featuring information about the carts throughout May. A detailed education campaign will also commence in late July, including a virtual public information centre (PIC). The purpose for the PIC is to provide rollout details, timelines and instructions. Although the county continues to gather public feedback,
this particular session will focus on providing information to assist residents with the change to the new system. Additional communications will be provided during key milestones leading up to the launch. The automated system is much safer and less strenuous for collection workers. This added level of workplace safety will help to expand the labour force, so service disruptions due to labour shortages are minimized under the new cart system. The touchless system also helps fight the spread of pathogens, a critical step towards fighting possible transmissions in the event of future pandemics. The larger organics cart is great for the environment by adding more space for food scraps and encouraging organics over garbage. Cart lids and a gravity locking system on organics carts will also help to reduce wind-blown litter in our ditches and roadways, while protecting against critters. Cart sizes were selected based on the requirements of the average county household. With the knowledge that provincial changes are coming soon to recycling programs, more materials may be allowed to be recycled in the future. Carts provide flexibility for additional capacity when needed. Uniform cart sizes for each waste stream also helps to keep costs in check. The county will provide more information on options to properly re-purpose old bins and containers after the new cart system launches, including a County Waste Facility drop-off program.
• Service Directory • Gravity Sun Power solar generation for energy savings and income professionally designed and installed
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tree felling & complete removal wood chipping • stump grinding
bush hogging • tree pruning firewood processing
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Machine Shop Facility • Custom Steel Fabrication & repairs • Decorative Iron Railing, Fences & Gates 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.-Monday to Friday Book ahead for Saturday Service Don Brearey or Gloria Howie
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Custom Iron Work Specializing in gates Charcoal BBQs & Fire Pits Design • Welding • Refinishing Tyler Kueper
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ECHO Classifieds
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CREEMORE HILLS WINERY Pét-Nat for sale $30 (12.5% alc./ vol. 750 ml) Enjoy a walk through the vineyard. COVID Prices – Wine: White or Red, $20; Honey: $20. For pre-arranged pick-up or delivery Call/Text 647-588-8931. Email cmorrissey0708@rogers.com. MULMUR-TOS HONEY Little country store is open. Liquid and creamed honey, maple syrup, beeswax candles, rhubarb and more. Glen Kidd, 998120 Mulmur-Tosorontio Townline near Lisle. 705-466-6600.
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ELLIOTT PAINTING AND DECORATING, over 30 years experience with excellent references. Interior and exterior painting and wallpapering. Call for free estimate at 705-466-2356. CONTRACTOR REPAIRS, restores, dismantles and jacks up farm buildings, homes, and cottages. Also roofing, siding, doors, windows, beams, posts, foundations, peers, cement work, fencing, eaves troughing, decks, docks installed, repaired, replaced. Contact Brian McCurdy, at 519-986-1781 or 519375-0958. SMITH’S LAWN CARE offering lawn cutting, landscaping, garden and property maintenance. License/ insured. Call 705-888-7092 or email smithlawns@outlook.com. PAINTING, PARGING AND MASONRY REPAIR. Professional workmanship. Call Don for estimate. 705-424-0708, 705-816-0708. ATTENTION CONTRACTORS: We will build a cold or heated shop to suit your needs. Contact shop4less@ gmail.com.
Lumber • Plywood Trusses • Windows Roofing • Siding Fence Supplies • Culverts Cedar Posts • Railway Ties Fuel Delivery •Oil Furnaces Lawn & Garden Supplies “Nowhere... but close to everywhere.”
HAMILTON BROS. • EST. 1874 • 705-466-2244 hamiltonbros@ultrafastwireless.com 2047 Glen Huron Rd, Glen Huron
A Collector trying to recreate an OLD TIME GENERAL STORE is looking for items found in a General Store before 1960. E.g. tea tins, tobacco tins, candy tins, postcards, bottles, magazines, old paper items, comic books, signs, toys, advertising, old store stock, etc. Cash paid. 416745-4981 or 416-953-6219. LONG TERM HOUSE RENTAL needed for a local adult couple. Looking for two- or three-bedroom home. Able to move in July. Please call or text Dave at 705-716-1138.
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Full Time Employment: Earth Power Tractors in Stayner has full time employment opportunities available. Looking to hire motivated individuals for SERVICE TECHNICIAN positions and YARD MANAGEMENT. Please contact/ send resume to Peter Weel: 705-4283132 or pweel@earthpowertractors. com.
AUCTION
Bob Severn Auction Register 1-519-925-2091 severnauctions.hibid.com Friday, May 28 at 6 p.m. Online auction sale. of John Deere 2950 -2WD tractor 4014 hours; John Deere 4425 combine; 216 flex head; tillage, haying equipment miscellaneous for Ralph and Kelli Griffen Ln #3329 George Johnston Rd (Simcoe Cty Rd 28) See severnauctions.hibid.com Friday, June 4 at 6 p.m. Online auction sale of 200 toys farm related, plus John Deere riding mowers, trailers, collectables. Held at 12 Balsam Lane, Mulmur.
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Blood donor clinic at Wasaga Beach RecPlex 1724 Mosley St. Wasaga Beach from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Book on www.blood.ca or call 1-800-2DONATE. Appointments only please.
Wednesday, May 19
Blood donor clinic at Living Water Resorts Bear Estates 300 Balsam St. Collingwood from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Book on www.blood.ca or call 1-800-2DONATE. Appointments only please.
Wednesday, May 19
Creemore Horticultural Society meeting by Zoom. Author Lorraine Johnson will speak about " This for That--Native Plant Alternatives for Beauty and Function". at 7:30 p.m. Email CreemoreHort@gmail.com to register and receive the link to the meeting. Free and open to the public.
Sunday, June 20 - June 26
Georgian Triangle Humane Society Virtual Walkathon. Change the lives of pets and people in our community by walking your way with or without a pet. Not a walker? No problem. Try a YOGAthon, RUNathon, BIKEathon or SWIMathon – whatever activity brings you, your family or your pet the most joy. Come together virtually and walk apart to support thousands of pets and people in need each year. Calling all young people. Thanks to generous community members, funds raised by youth 17 years and under, will be matched up to $10,000. Double your dollars and double your impact. Walkathon runs for one week ending June 26. Online registration is open now at www.gths.ca/2021-walkathonyour-way.
Community Calendar
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Contact: natalie@creemore.com or submit at www.creemore.com.
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GORDON, John Cairns passed away peacefully with his wife and sister by his side on Monday, May 3, 2021 in his 82nd year. John, dearly missed by his beloved wife Gayle of 58 years. Survived by his sister Wanda McDermid (Gord). Predeceased by his parents Art and Margaret and his siblings Bill (the late Marion), Ted (the late Isabelle) and Ann (the late Bob Hunt). Remembered by many nieces and nephews, cousins, friends and neighbours. Also remembered by in-laws Shirley (the late Don), Jim (Tammy) and Mary. John was a trucker/farmer at heart. He was kind and generous and loved children. He was often seen giving them rides around town with his miniature horses which he was very proud of. He will be remembered by many for his green and gold truck with the “toot toot.” Private arrangements with interment at Stayner Union cemetery. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Collingwood General & Marine Hospital Foundation and the Hospice Georgian Triangle Foundation for Campbell House would be appreciated by Gayle. To sign John’s Book of Memories, please visit www. carruthersdavidson.com.
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• THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, May 14, 2021
Clearview clerk hired
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Ontario’s COVID-19 vaccine plan is helping to stop the spread and save lives. Thousands of people across the province are getting vaccinated every day. As vaccinations continue, we need to stay the course to protect those we love. Wear a mask. Wash your hands. Keep your distance. Find out when, where and how to get vaccinated at ontario.ca/covidvaccineplan or call 1-888-999-6488 for assistance in more than 300 languages.
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Clearview Township has announced the hiring of its new director of legislative services and municipal clerk, Sasha Helmkay. Helmkay comes via Springwater Township, where she is serving as deputy clerk. The new job starts on May 31. Helmkay brings with her 13 years of municipal experience, starting out in Clearview Township and growing within the clerk’s department to gain experience with legislation compliance, elections, council and committee secretariat functions, management and staff supervision. Along with her exceptional reputation for hard work, professionalism and dedication, Helmkay brings her educational background which includes a double major Bachelor of Arts degree in political science and Canadian studies as well as a diploma in municipal administration with honours and academic excellence award. Helmkay said she looks forward to working with Clearview Township once again, “I’m very excited for this opportunity to work with council and staff and can’t wait to return to Clearview,” she said.
Sasha Helmkay “Sasha has strong academic credentials and a healthy knowledge of our community that will position her to serve our municipality with confidence. She will be the third clerk in the history of Clearview Township, I look forward to welcoming her back to our council meetings,” said Mayor Doug Measures.
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Communications are available in alternative formats upon request.
NOTICE - HYDRANT FLUSHING The Township of Clearview Water Department will be flushing hydrants between the hours of 8:30am and 4:30pm on the following dates and locations: • Stayner: April 19 - May 14 • Creemore: May 3 – 5 • New Lowell: May 5 – 7 • Nottawa: May 10 - 12 • Colling-Woodlands: May 12 - 14 • Buckingham Woods: May 17 – 19 Please be advised that there may potentially be water interruptions and discolored water could stain laundry during these times. If your water remains discolored or dirty, run water until clear. It is recommended water softeners are left in by-pass mode during these times. For more information, please contact: Dale Lightheart. Foreman, Water & Sewer 705-428-6230 ext. 303, 705-428-5024 dlightheart@clearview.ca
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